In a previous post from a few days ago, I mentioned walking back to check on the ferns I’m trying to get started on the woods’ edge behind our home. Overall, I think they are doing okay, but I’ve had mixed results this year, which leaves me a little anxious going into the winter. Two Cinnamon Ferns I sat out in the spring may both be dead; however, I wait until spring to make a final judgment. The fern I transplanted a couple of weeks ago from a pot in front of our house seems happy as a clam (first photo.) thus far.
It’s been a dry year except for a few significant rain events, so I have a long garden soaker hose among the ferns to water them easily. You may see it in these photos. I’ll remove it before the first freeze.
I covered the ferns last winter to protect them from the cold and frost, but I’ll leave them uncovered this winter. I’m not looking to create something that requires constant care. I’d like it to be a natural area, and I think they will be better established this year.
This winter marks two years since I first conceived this project. While I have enjoyed most parts of it, I sometimes think there isn’t much to show for two years, but nature moves at its own pace. 🤔